Authorization Bypass in IBM Db2 Remote Object Storage
CVE-2026-6938

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Db2
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 May 2026

What is CVE-2026-6938?

IBM Db2 versions 12.1.0 through 12.1.4 are affected by an authorization bypass vulnerability when users upload to a remote object storage path. This issue occurs due to improper handling of queries, allowing attackers to potentially access restricted resources. It is crucial for organizations using affected versions to apply the necessary updates and patches to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Db2 12.1.0 <= 12.1.4

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7273559
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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